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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive expertise in ship handling and maritime navigation, with a strong focus on simulation development and analysis. Capable of translating real-world maritime operations into effective simulation scenarios while providing leadership and mentorship in navigation practices.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Ship Handling ExpertiseBridge Watchkeeper CertificateElectronic Navigation SystemsSimulation DevelopmentAnalytical Skills
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Ship HandlingMaritime NavigationPilotageSimulation AnalysisOperational Risk AssessmentBridge Team DynamicsComplex Ship Towing OperationsVessel Design CharacteristicsSimulation FidelityHuman Factors in Operations
Soft Skills
LeadershipTeamworkStakeholder EngagementCommunication SkillsMentoring
Tools & Technologies
ECDISRadar/ARPAGPSIntegrated Bridge SystemsAISBridge SimulatorsMaritime Modelling ToolsVoyage Planning Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Bridge Watchkeeper Certificate (STCW Compliant)
Industry Keywords
Maritime OperationsSimulation InputsOperational RealismMarine AssuranceSafety Cases
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide subject matter expertise and technical advice for navigation and ship handling simulations, including scenario development, execution, and analysis
- Support clients by translating real-world maritime operations into credible simulation inputs, behaviours, and constraints
- Perform duties as a qualified Bridge Watchkeeper
- Apply advanced ship handling knowledge to validate and inform simulation scenarios across open ocean, coastal, confined waters, and port approaches
- Operate and provide expert guidance on ECDIS, Radar/ARPA, GPS, integrated bridge systems, AIS, and voyage planning tools
- Support the development and conduct of simulations, trials, and studies, including post-simulation analysis and reporting
- Contribute operational expertise to engineering studies, concept development, and capability assessments
- Provide insight into human factors and bridge team behaviours in simulated operations
- Train, mentor, and support team members on practical navigation considerations
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge through certification, training, and awareness of evolving navigation technologies and simulation practices
- Review and assure that simulation outputs and navigation-related deliverables meet client expectations and operational realism
- Contribute to internal innovation and business development activities requiring simulation and navigation expertise
Requirements
What you’ll need- Minimum of 10 years practical experience in ship handling, maritime navigation and/or pilotage of large seagoing vessels (e.g., cruise ships, tankers, naval platforms)
- Valid Bridge Watchkeeper Certificate of Competency (STCW compliant)
- Extensive experience with Electronic Navigation Systems (ECDIS, Radar/ARPA, AIS, GPS, integrated bridge systems), including their representation and use in simulated environments
- Ability to translate real-world operational practices into credible simulation inputs, constraints, and performance measures
- Understanding of bridge team dynamics within simulated and real-world operations
- Strong analytical skills for interpreting simulation results and providing actionable insights to clients
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in explaining complex operational behaviours within technical studies
- Strong leadership, teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills across multidisciplinary project teams
- Experience with bridge simulators (full mission or part-task trainers) or maritime modelling/simulation tools
- Experience in complex ship towing operations
- Familiarity with how vessel design characteristics influence maneuvering performance and simulation fidelity
- Experience contributing to marine assurance, safety cases, or operational risk assessments
- Eligible for Canadian or US security clearance, depending on the region of employment
- Willingness and ability to travel to other BMT offices or client sites, internationally and domestically
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, dental and vision plan (including a Health Care Spending Account)
- Employee and Family Assistance program
- Parental/Maternity leave top-up program
- RRSP or TFSA matching program
- Flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee recognition program
- Employee referral program
- Competitive salary commensurate with skill, ability and experience
- Employment equity and diversity commitment
- Accommodations available on request during the selection process